Whatever way you are bidding then you need to register prior to the event. If you are attending the auction then you will most likely need to show some form of identification such as a passport, driving licence or utility bill.

Auctioneers don’t hang around and can sell up to 30 vehicles an hour, so if your chosen lot is coming up then don’t leave the hall to go to the toilet or you might miss it!

Many auction houses charge at buyers’ premium which is added on to the hammer price. It would be sensible to check what percentage this is so that you can add it to the total cost of the car, plus ask the auction house if there are any other additional charges and what VAT applies.

Successful bidders need to arrange removal of the vehicle and insurance.

Thoroughly research the car you want to buy before auction day and review all the paperwork when it is available.

Listen to what the auctioneer has to say when they introduce the car. It could be that you hear something that will make you change your mind or make the car even more attractive.

Most importantly, stick to a budget. In the excitement of bidding it can be easy to get carried away. While you might pick up a bargain, you also could end up paying well over the odds.

If you have successfully bought a classic car at auction, then ClassicLine Insurance would be delighted to hear from you to discuss the best insurance options for your vehicle.

There are opportunities to inspect cars before the auction starts, so make the most of it.

The auction room can be a busy and exciting place, but stick to your limits and don’t get carried away.

Auctioneers can sell up to 30 cars per hour, so keep your eyes on him when it comes close to the time for your chosen lot.